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Life in the UK Test Chapter 1 questions — Values and Principles

Updated 26 August 2026

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Values and Principles

1. Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. There is no place in British society for extremism or intolerance.
  2. Britain encourages people to have extreme views and to act upon them.
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Answer: A — There is no place in British society for extremism or intolerance.

British society is founded on values that everyone is expected to respect, and there is no place in it for extremism or intolerance.

2. Which TWO of the following are fundamental principles of British life?

  1. Participation in community life
  2. Loyalty to a single political party
  3. Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs
  4. Compulsory voting at every election
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Answer: A and C — Participation in community life; Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs

The five fundamental principles are democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs, and participation in community life.

3. What is a fundamental principle of British life?

  1. Democracy
  2. A relaxed work ethic
  3. Extremism
  4. Disrespect for the law
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Answer: A — Democracy

Democracy heads the list of five fundamental principles; extremism and disrespect for the law are the opposite of what is expected.

4. How many fundamental principles of British life are there?

  1. Three
  2. Four
  3. Five
  4. Six
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Answer: C — Five

There are five: democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs, and participation in community life.

5. Which TWO of the following are named as fundamental principles of British life?

  1. The rule of law
  2. Individual liberty
  3. Compulsory military service
  4. Membership of a trade union
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Answer: A and B — The rule of law; Individual liberty

The rule of law and individual liberty sit in the list of five principles alongside democracy, tolerance and participation in community life.

6. The fundamental principle of tolerance refers specifically to tolerance of people with different what?

  1. Faiths and beliefs
  2. Political parties
  3. Accents and dialects
  4. Levels of income
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Answer: A — Faiths and beliefs

Tolerance is one of the five fundamental principles, and it is defined narrowly: tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs, not of differences in politics, speech or wealth.

7. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE? There is no place in British society for extremism or intolerance.

  1. TRUE
  2. FALSE
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Answer: A — TRUE

The fundamental values of British life are protected by law, customs and expectations, and extremism and intolerance have no place in British society.

8. The pledge made by new citizens begins with which words?

  1. I will give my loyalty to the United Kingdom and respect its rights and freedoms
  2. I swear allegiance to the Crown and promise to defend the realm
  3. I promise to obey the government of the day in all matters
  4. I pledge to serve the United Kingdom both abroad and at home
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Answer: A — I will give my loyalty to the United Kingdom and respect its rights and freedoms

The pledge opens with a promise of loyalty to the UK and respect for its rights and freedoms.

9. Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. The fundamental values of British life are protected by law, customs and expectations
  2. The fundamental values of British life are informal only and have no protection in law
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Answer: A — The fundamental values of British life are protected by law, customs and expectations

The values grew out of history and tradition and are protected by law, customs and expectations.

10. At which event do new citizens make the pledge to uphold British values?

  1. The citizenship ceremony
  2. The Life in the UK test
  3. The English language assessment
  4. The passport interview
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Answer: A — The citizenship ceremony

The pledge is made at the citizenship ceremony.

11. Which of the following is listed as a fundamental principle alongside democracy and the rule of law?

  1. Participation in community life
  2. Free university education
  3. Voting from the age of 16
  4. A year of national service
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Answer: A — Participation in community life

Participation in community life completes the list of five fundamental principles.

12. Studying for the Life in the UK test is described as helping a new resident to do what?

  1. Integrate and play a full role in the local community
  2. Pay a reduced citizenship fee
  3. Skip the English language requirement
  4. Obtain a work visa more quickly
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Answer: A — Integrate and play a full role in the local community

Preparation for the test is meant to aid integration and full participation in local community life.

13. Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. By applying for permanent residence you agree to respect the laws, values and traditions of the UK
  2. By applying for permanent residence you agree to respect UK laws but not its values or traditions
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Answer: A — By applying for permanent residence you agree to respect the laws, values and traditions of the UK

Applying is a real commitment that covers the laws, values and traditions of the UK together.

14. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE? British people have been at the heart of the world's political, scientific, industrial and cultural development.

  1. TRUE
  2. FALSE
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Answer: A — TRUE

British people have stood at the heart of the world's political, scientific, industrial and cultural development, and the UK is proud of its record of welcoming migrants who add to that national life.

Responsibilities and Freedoms

15. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE? In the UK you are expected to respect the rights of others to have their own opinions.

  1. TRUE
  2. FALSE
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Answer: A — TRUE

Respecting the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions, is one of the responsibilities you take on as a permanent resident.

16. Which of the following is a responsibility the UK expects of those wishing to be permanent residents?

  1. Looking after the area in which you live and the environment
  2. A right to a fair trial
  3. Freedom of speech
  4. Freedom of belief and religion
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Answer: A — Looking after the area in which you live and the environment

Caring for your local area and the environment is one of the duties expected of residents, while the others are things the UK offers.

17. Which TWO of the following freedoms does the UK offer to those living there?

  1. Freedom of speech
  2. Freedom from unfair discrimination
  3. Freedom from paying taxes
  4. Freedom to ignore laws you disagree with
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Answer: A and B — Freedom of speech; Freedom from unfair discrimination

Freedom of speech and freedom from unfair discrimination are both on the list of what the UK offers in return.

18. Which of the following is a right the UK offers to those who live there?

  1. A right to join in the election of a government
  2. A right to free housing
  3. A right to hold dual nationality
  4. A right to a passport within three weeks
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Answer: A — A right to join in the election of a government

Joining in the election of a government is one of the two rights the UK offers, alongside a fair trial.

19. Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. A right to a fair trial is something the UK offers to those living there
  2. A right to a fair trial is one of the duties the UK expects of those living there
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Answer: A — A right to a fair trial is something the UK offers to those living there

A fair trial belongs to the list of what the UK gives, not to the list of duties it asks of residents.

20. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE? The shared responsibilities and freedoms of life in the UK apply only to people who have become British citizens.

  1. TRUE
  2. FALSE
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Answer: B — FALSE

FALSE — they apply to EVERYONE LIVING IN THE UK, not only to citizens. All residents are expected to respect the shared responsibilities and freedoms.

21. How many duties are listed for those who wish to become a permanent resident or citizen?

  1. Three
  2. Four
  3. Five
  4. Seven
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Answer: C — Five

There are five duties, mirroring the five things the UK offers in return.

22. Respecting the rights of others is said to include respecting their right to what in particular?

  1. Their own opinions
  2. Free healthcare
  3. A job of their choosing
  4. Own land in the UK
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Answer: A — Their own opinions

The duty is worded as respecting the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions.

23. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE? Looking after yourself and your family is one of the things the UK expects of you.

  1. TRUE
  2. FALSE
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Answer: A — TRUE

Caring for yourself and your family is one of the five duties expected of residents and citizens.

24. Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. Treating others with fairness is something the UK expects of you
  2. Treating others with fairness is one of the freedoms the UK offers you
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Answer: A — Treating others with fairness is something the UK expects of you

Fair treatment of others is a duty owed by residents, not a freedom granted to them.

25. The shared responsibilities and freedoms of life in the UK are said to flow from what?

  1. The five fundamental principles of British life
  2. The citizenship pledge
  3. The Life in the UK test
  4. A single Act of Parliament passed in 1998
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Answer: A — The five fundamental principles of British life

The duties and freedoms are presented as flowing directly from the five fundamental principles.

Becoming a Permanent Resident

26. How many questions does the Life in the UK test contain?

  1. 18
  2. 20
  3. 24
  4. 30
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Answer: C — 24

The test consists of 24 questions on important aspects of life in the UK.

27. Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. Everyone taking the test at a session receives a different set of 24 questions
  2. Everyone taking the test at the same session answers the same 24 questions
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Answer: A — Everyone taking the test at a session receives a different set of 24 questions

Question sets are individual, so no two candidates at a session sit the same 24 questions.

28. At which level of the Common European Framework of Reference must English speaking and listening skills be evidenced?

  1. A2
  2. B1
  3. B2
  4. C1
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Answer: B — B1

Applicants must show speaking and listening skills in English at level B1.

29. Level B1 of the Common European Framework is equivalent to which ESOL level?

  1. Entry Level 1
  2. Entry Level 2
  3. Entry Level 3
  4. Level 2
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Answer: C — Entry Level 3

B1 is treated as equivalent to ESOL Entry Level 3.

30. Which TWO requirements must be met to apply to become a permanent resident or naturalised citizen?

  1. Being able to speak and read English
  2. Having a good understanding of life in the UK
  3. Owning property in the UK
  4. Having lived in the UK for twenty years
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Answer: A and B — Being able to speak and read English; Having a good understanding of life in the UK

The two requirements are English language ability and a good understanding of life in the UK.

31. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE? The Life in the UK test can be booked either online or by telephone.

  1. TRUE
  2. FALSE
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Answer: B — FALSE

FALSE — booking is ONLINE ONLY, through the official gov.uk test booking page. There is no telephone booking line.

32. How many registered and approved test centres are there in the UK?

  1. Fewer than 10
  2. Over 30
  3. Over 300
  4. Over 3,000
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Answer: B — Over 30

The test can only be sat at a registered and approved centre, and there are over 30 of these across the UK.

33. Besides English, in which languages can special arrangements be made to take the test?

  1. Welsh or Scottish Gaelic
  2. Irish or Cornish
  3. French or German
  4. Punjabi or Urdu
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Answer: A — Welsh or Scottish Gaelic

Special arrangements allow the test to be taken in Welsh or Scottish Gaelic.

34. What must a candidate bring with them on the day of the test?

  1. Identification and proof of address
  2. A photograph and a birth certificate
  3. An ESOL certificate and a bank statement
  4. Two written references and a photograph
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Answer: A — Identification and proof of address

Without identification and proof of address a candidate will not be allowed to sit the test.

35. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE? Test questions are based on every part of the official study material except its introduction.

  1. TRUE
  2. FALSE
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Answer: B — FALSE

FALSE — EVERY part of the official study material can be tested, the INTRODUCTION INCLUDED.

36. Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. Candidates will not need to remember dates of birth or death
  2. Candidates must remember the dates of birth and death of every figure named
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Answer: A — Candidates will not need to remember dates of birth or death

Dates of birth and death are specifically excluded from what candidates must memorise.

37. Which official website is given as the place to find ESOL courses in your area?

  1. www.gov.uk
  2. www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk
  3. www.gov.uk/browse/visasimmigration
  4. www.homeoffice.gov.uk
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Answer: A — www.gov.uk

GOV.UK covers ESOL courses, while the other addresses cover booking the test and the application process.

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